Shih Tzu

Daddy (Ken Trenholm)

Oct 25 |21:38
Last Updated on Fri, 13 Nov 2009 02:35
S H I H  T Z U  ~ H I G H L I G H T S

Breed Name
Shih Tzu
Rank (out of 136 breeds)
066
Personality Snapshot
Assertive and engaging. Arrogant and proud. Alert and spunky. Very loyal. Friendly. Likes his comforts. Playful and lively. Needs to be with people.


Breed NameShih Tzu
Rank (out of 136 breeds)066
Points (out of 100)57
Dog Group TypeToy
DominanceVery Low
Obedience (Ease of Training)Low
AffectionHigh
Good with Kids (Source 1)Recommended for Older Children
Good With Kids (Source 2)Recommended for Older Children
Friendly with Other DogsGreat
Friendly with Family PetsGreat
Friendly with StrangersGreat
Dog Bite Free RatingExcellent
Bark Over Bite RatingFair
Bark Crazy (likelihood to bark for little reason)6 out of 10
Watch Dog AbilityGood
Guard Dog AbilityTerrible
SizeVery Small
Exercise RequirementsVery Low
Jog Companion AbilityFair
Level of SheddingAverage
Level of TrimmingNone
Overall Level of Grooming RequiredHigh
Life SpanOver 15 years of age

You are more than welcome to obtain additional information on the ranking system used by our family and where we got our information. Please note that the above scores are based on the traits (or instincts) of a particular breed and that it is important to get to know your prospective dog before making your decision to bring a Shih Tzu into your family. This is a decision you will have to live with for Over 15 years of age as Shih Tzu pups can live between Over 15 years of age.

My Life as a Shih Tzu
Assertive and engaging. Arrogant and proud. Alert and spunky. Very loyal. Friendly. Likes his comforts. Playful and lively. Needs to be with people.

Home Environment
Good for apartment living. Does all right without a yard.

Shih Tzu Inherited Diseases
The following information is a direct link to the Canine Inherited Disorders Database, a project of the Atlantic Veterinary College, University of Prince Edward Island. This information lists inherited diseases which are more commonly reported in the Shih Tzu

Shih Tzu Wiki

Where to buy a Shih Tzu : A Directory and Review
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